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EA03 BVB

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,894 mi
Last recorded123,894 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 BVB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 123,894 miles

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Rear Both tyres perishing.

Fail 29 Nov 2017 123,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre perishing

Rear Both tyres perishing.

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 114,838 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 105,431 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 92,087 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 85,492 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 67,510 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 45,364 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,571 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 25,709 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 25,709 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,010 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 14,231 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 8,775 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 7,502 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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EA03 BVB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA03 BVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA03 BVB registered?

EA03 BVB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is EA03 BVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA03 BVB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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